Is Polished Concrete Slippery When Wet?

Is Polished Concrete Slippery When Wet?

Polished concrete is a great option to increase the value of any property by creating a stronger, better-looking piece of concrete. In this blog, we’ll discuss a hot topic: is polished concrete slippery when wet? Read on to learn more.

About Polished Concrete 

Polished concrete is an affordable solution to increase the lifespan and look of your problematic concrete floors. As opposed to unfinished concrete, polished concrete can withstand a lot more chemicals, pressure, and traffic, which can all result in cracking and chipping in your floors over time. Polished concrete is accomplished by an industrial polishing machine that grinds and smooths the surface of your floor into a beautiful flat and reflective surface. Compared to many other concrete solutions, this can transform your concrete and make it look brand new.

Is It Slippery When Wet?

The short of the answer to this question is they can be a bit slippery when wet, however, polished cement increases the traction provided when wet. That being said, any standing water on nearly any surface will be potentially slippery when a good deal of standing water is present. There are, however, ways to increase your polished concrete floors’ slip resistance. Some of these ways include cleaning up spills immediately, using an anti-slip conditioner, or placing rugs or mats over high-traffic areas to ensure minimal slippage is possible. Always ensure you keep your floors clean, as dirty floors can contribute to potential slips and other dangers.

Cardinal Concrete Coatings Can Help

As a family-owned and operated concrete coating business, our team is founded on the values that our founder, Ryan Davis, and his family hold so dear. We pride ourselves on being clear communicators, providing excellent service, an outstanding lasting product, and a relationship with each of our customers. In fact, we believe in what we deliver so much that we provide a written 50-year warranty with each of our offerings to protect you and your property. 

Call Us Today

If you’re ready to get going on upgrading your home’s concrete, then give us a call today at (480) 725-5885. We’d love to speak about your goals for your home, as well as how we can partner together to make them happen! We hope to have the opportunity to serve you and your home very soon/